Preparing for TOEFL: Eight Points to Take Note of

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Preparing for TOEFL: Eight Points to Take Note of


The Test of English as a Foreign Language or TOEFL is the exam that non-native English speaking students should pass this examination. It tests the skill with respect listening, reading, writing and speaking, and is one of most important calibrator of English skills among non-native users of English.


TOEFL is used as an admission for universities or colleges where English is the medium of instruction. It is also used to issue residential and work visa for medical and licensing organizations for the purpose of professional certificate. Passing this examination exhibits the caliber in English language skills of the aspirant.


Benefits of preparing for TOEFL If you're planning to go abroad especially to the United States, Canada, preparing for TOEFL gives an opportunity to acquire the necessary English skills for their academic career. The test consists of questions purely on academic topics.


Preparing for TOEFL involves aiming to secure a high score. For this you need to devote adequate time and energy. There are multiple training programs available online as well as offline. Both are equally advantageous. However, you need to choose one according to your convenience and the length of time you can spend for the examination each day.


Here are eight points take note of 1. Join a training program that is managed by people having high quality skills and experience with training. They can help getting the right guidance for the exam, and would help you make sensible decisions with regard to your career future.


2. Training programs offered by faculties with long experience can help you get high quality instruction in your subject. Check the past achievement of the faculties from testimonials. 3. Note that you do not perform rote learning. It'll not help. The necessary skills are listening, speaking, reading and writing. You can develop these skills over time.


4. Be familiar with the trends in the questions that were asked in recent examination. This would help you get an overall idea. At a classroom or online training program, you'll get enough time to practice as per actual exam situation. This’ll boost your confidence. Remember practice is the most important element. Practice, practice and practice is the axiom.


5. The examination comprises four question sections. If you consider following this way, it’d be easier: the reading test takes place for 60 to 80 minutes, and then comes the listening skill test which lasts one hour to ninety minutes. The speaking section lasts for 20 minutes and the writing skill takes 50 minutes.


6. This exam could be tough challenge unless you do not start your prep much in advance. As far learning a language, you can learn it faster if you speak the language regularly. Speak English with your parents, friends or relations. You can speak the language with your pet.


7. For reading, read books such as biography, fiction, essays and non-fiction. You can read magazines such the Time, The Wall Street Journal, and so on. 8. To improve listening skills, you can watch television shows on a wide range issues. For writing, practice writing for and against argument essay. Above all, have confidence in your ability, and stay focused.


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